FINCA ALCATRAZ, Huila - Colombia
£10.80
Caturra
Zamaira Giraldo
Colombia
Washed
Tolima
1,700 masl
September 2023 – November 2023
Caramel, Roasted Hazelnut, Citrus
Finca El Pedregal, set 1700 meters above sea level in the verdant hills of Planadas, Tolima, Colombia, is a prime example of sustainable coffee farming. The farm is centrally managed by Zamaira Giraldo and is closely aligned with other family-run operations in the area. Just a short distance away, her husband Yeferson Olaya oversees Finca El Tesoro, and her father-in-law Nolberto Olaya runs Finca La Cinta. Both operations share a deep commitment to eco-friendly farming methods, a commitment that Zamaira passionately upholds at El Pedregal.
At Finca El Pedregal, the focus on sustainability is marked by the use of organic farming techniques. The farm utilizes onsite natural materials to produce composts that serve as fertilizers, enhancing both the quality of the soil and the health of the coffee plants. This intensive organic approach is central to their strategy for achieving high-quality crops and good yields consistently.
Coffee cherries harvested at El Pedregal are processed with meticulous care at the nearby Finca La Cinta, which is equipped with specialized processing and drying facilities, as well as a quality control lab featuring a sample roaster and cupping gear. Under the quality supervision of Yeferson, a certified CQI Q Grader, the cherries undergo detailed processing phases, including sorting, aerobic and anaerobic fermentation, and a final drying phase in a controlled environment.